The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, has dismissed claims of a planned “Islamisation” of Nigeria, describing such narratives as impossible and divisive. Speaking on Wednesday at the First Triennial Meeting of the Nigeria Inter-Religious Council (NIREC) in Abuja, the Sultan affirmed that…
The Founder of Zion Flames Prophetic and Intercessory Ministry, Apostle Momo Promise, on Tuesday called on the South African government to take decisive action against perpetrators of xenophobic violence. In a statement made available to journalists in Abuja, the cleric urged Nigerians at home and in the diaspora to remain calm and steadfast despite growing…
Vice President, Kashim Shettima, on Tuesday restated the firm resolve of President Bola Tinubu’s administration to address humanitarian situations across the country. Shettima said this when he received a delegation from the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Nigeria led by Ms Doris El Doueihy, to the Presidential Villa, Abuja. He assured that…
The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service has confirmed a gas explosion on Adeleye Street in the Doyin area of Orile-Iganmu, Lagos, leaving one person injured and two shops damaged. The Deputy Controller General of the Service, Mr Olajide Ogabi, confirmed this in a statement on Tuesday in Lagos. According to him, the agency receives…
Residents of Agbado-Oke-Odo LCDA in Lagos State have been advised to switch off their generators by 11.00 p.m. daily to enhance security and public well-being. The Chairman of the Community Development Committee, Mr Kasumu Olubowale, said the directive forms part of a state government initiative introduced during the tenure of former governor Babatunde Fashola. Speaking…
The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, says the Federal Government is working to reposition the Nigeria Police Force through enhanced education and training reforms under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Dr Alausa made the remarks on Monday in Abuja during a meeting with the Inspector-General of Police, Mr Tunji Disu, and senior police officers. He…
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has warned that intensifying regional conflicts have severely disrupted education across Arab states, affecting more than 100 million children and threatening long-term learning systems. In a report released on Monday, the agency said at least 15 countries have been impacted, with 52 million school-age children experiencing…
Residents in Nyanya/Jikwoyi District of the Federal Capital Territory have raised concerns over a growing roadside refuse dump, warning of its impact on health, mobility and local businesses. Speaking in Abuja on Monday, residents said the odour from the dump had become a daily challenge, affecting breathing, comfort and general wellbeing, particularly for vulnerable groups….
The Department of State Services has asked the Federal High Court to reject a no-case submission filed by Omoyele Sowore in his ongoing trial. Mr Sowore is facing charges over an alleged false claim involving President Bola Tinubu. Prosecuting counsel Akinlolu Kehinde told Justice Mohammed Umar that the prosecution had established a prima facie case…
The Kaduna State Government has pledged to uphold press freedom as part of activities marking the 2026 World Press Freedom Day. The observance, themed “Shaping a Future at Peace,” highlights the importance of an independent and responsible media in advancing peace, human rights and sustainable development. A UNESCO conference in Lusaka, Zambia, is leading the…
